MSK Design Build

We have worked with a lot of contractors through the years, and MSK is the only one that we have called back to do not only a second job, but a third and a fourth, and that says so much about the kind of business that they run. They are professional, punctual, skilled, have a great sense of design, and they are just nice. They provide an outlined and impeccably detailed budget and schedule and are very clear about when a decision or request will add to that budget, so there are never any surprises. They turned our funky 1950's cottage into an award winning showpiece that not only looks great, but feels great to live in. I could not recommend them more highly.

We couldn't be happier! MSK Design Build completely remodeled the first floor of our house including our kitchen, family room, dining room, half bath, laundry, fireplace, and staircase. Three and a half years later we are still thrilled with their work! From the very beginning, our designer, Linda Bryant, was absolutely amazing. She was fun, creative, and easy to work with. She really took the time to listen to our Big Picture dreams as well as expertly manage all of the important details. Linda made the multitudes of decisions so much easier to make, always knowing when we were feeling overwhelmed, and expertly breaking down the process for us. She was beyond thoughtful as she brought our concept to life and actually improved upon it. Owner Scott worked diligently on redesigning the floor plan (not easy with our existing structure!), moving walls and creating an open plan kitchen, dining and living area that accommodates our large family gatherings. Our project manager, Curt, was involved throughout the construction phase and the crew was fantastic! They were respectful, clean and diligent. We were surprised that there was someone there everyday – very few down days, unlike the stories that one hears. MSK absolutely stands behind their work 100%. I had a slight problem with one of the cabinets that I helped to design, and they tirelessly worked with me after the job was concluded to make sure that I was completely satisfied with the finished product. We were very impressed! MSK expertly and professionally brought our dreams to life. We are now working with them on our next project!

I would highly recommend without reservation the exceptional team from MSK Design Build for any type of home design/build project! Working with our amazing designer Kelly Morisseau, owers Scott and Kat, project manager Curt and talented lead carpenter Alvaro was simply seamless, as they transformed and update our home. We found the team at MSK Design Build to be: Responsive to questions, wondering and daily scope of your project. Communication was transparent and often instantaneous. Respectful of our budget, wishes/dreams while living through a remodel with a five-member household. Our home was left clean and neat every day! Resourceful in finding the materials and highly-skilled talent to create our vision. Reliable Each day members of the team were prompt and hard-working (with a smile)! We had a gifted designer and true craftsmen who were meticulously detail-oriented. Owners who truly valued our project and family as they complete the design/build to perfection. We can’t thank the team from MSK Design Build enough for their thoughtful, consistent and creative “can do” collaboration as they helped to put our vision into action, guiding us through the entire process in such a professional manner.

MSK Design is everything I had hoped for in a remodeling project experience! Let's be honest, it's exciting to remodel a room but also somewhat stressful. I had only heard good reviews from friends and acquaintances who had worked with MSK in the past so when the time came to remodel our kitchen they were my first choice. They did not disappoint. From beginning to end it was a seamless experience, great communication through out and truly wonderful people to work with! Much to my surprise, the project was completed on the exact day they said it would be! (even with discovering some unexpected termite & dry rot issues, etc.) I HIGHLY recommend MSK for your next home improvement project!

MSK recently completed our kitchen remodel. The entire team was professional and easy to work with. It was helpful having a designer, lead carpenter and project manager involved to set expectations and help us navigate the process. We finished on time and just over budget. We would definitely recommend MSK to family and friends.

We cannot say enough good things about MSK!! We have had MSK do remodeling jobs for us three times over the last few years. Each time their work quality has been outstanding, even exceeding our original expectations. Their workmen were always on time. They were as neat and clean as possible in doing their work and always cleaned up at the end of the day. They went to great lengths to protect our home from the dust and debris always present in these endeavors. They were punctual and, literally, always showed up when they said they would. Few unexpected difficulties appeared in these jobs but when they did, MSK, as an organization, and their representatives, as individuals, handled them with diplomacy and skill. Their integration with necessary subcontractors was amazing and nearly flawless as was their working relationship with us as homeowners. Through personal communications and their marvelous new computer program "Co-Construct" we were kept informed of each step as it occurred. Finally, MSK's estimation process was amazingly accurate and on all jobs the only cost overruns were those generated by us. The slightly higher fees, as compared to other contractors were clearly justified by the timeliness and quality of the work product. We highly recommend that anyone contemplating home remodeling consider MSK for the job.

I choose MSK to remodel my kitchen as they are highly recommended by a friend. I am totally happy with my new kitchen it is simply awesome. The MSK team valued their customers, they made sure my kitchen remodeling project was running smoothly and that I am happy at all stages of the project. The team is very experienced and reliable, Suzy Bauer (MSK’s designer) helped me with designing my kitchen and with all the decision details. Curt the project manager is detailed oriented, resourceful, and always let me know what work would be accomplished each week.

I found MSK Design Build through Yelp, when I noticed all the rave reviews they received. We needed our kitchen remodeled, along with flooring and paint for all the common areas of our home. After initially calling and leaving a message with MSK, I got a call back from Kat (one of the owners) within a couple of hours. Kat was a pleasure to talk to. She answered all my questions and took the time to explain all that MSK does and how they work. Soon after, we met with Natalia, our designer, and the process began. This was our first time doing a remodel, so we were a little nervous, but we didn't need to be. Everything went smoothly for the most part. When there was a hiccup, it was corrected almost immediately. Natalia was awesome!! She was patient and supportive, even during the times when I was incredibly indecisive (which was probably a lot). Natalia always guided me in the right direction with our design, and even encouraged me to step outside my comfort zone, which resulted in a gorgeous kitchen that was beyond our expectations. My husband was so proud of our new kitchen, that he showed pictures of it to all his coworkers, and received tons of compliments. Everyone we worked with through MSK was professional, highly skilled and super hard working, but more than that, they were enjoyable to get to know personally. I also have to mention, that MSK completed our project on time. I was impressed with this, since I had heard stories from people using other companies and their renovation projects dragged out for months longer than expected. I would definitely recommend MSK to anyone who is interested in a remodel. They do superior work.

We hired MSK Design Build to remodel our kitchen. My husband and I decided to go with a design build firm after hearing horror stories from others about trying to coordinate with all different contractors. We interviewed three different design build firms and decided to go with MSK. The reason we chose them initially was their candor, responsiveness, and professionalism. The owner, Scott came to our home with our designer Natalia and they did a thorough job measuring and discussing plans with us. After we signed the contract with them Natalia began the design process. She was absolutely fantastic, guiding us through the process and keeping us on time and on budget. Having never remodeled before, we really appreciated her knowledge and responsiveness, not to mention her design aesthetic. MSK also has an app that the entire team uses that shows all of your selections and communications. This was so helpful in staying organized. I cannot say enough about the team that worked on our home. They were always on time, always very clean and I felt very safe having them in my home with my daughters around. If I had an issue with anything it was always resolved within 24 hours, but very often by the end of the day. Our kitchen turned out beautifully and they were an absolute pleasure to work with. A final example of their "above and beyond" service was when we were having the refrigerator delivered. We ordered our refrigerator from Home Depot and when the delivery men came they said it would not fit and they wouldn't deliver it. I was so upset. I talked to MSK and they had someone come out and when they came back to deliver it, he just handled the delivery. I don't know what we would have done without him. I would recommend MSK highly!

I purchased my home three years ago and loved everything but the kitchen. I interviewed a number of design-build firms and felt MSK listened best to what I wanted to achieve. The staff were excellent, and I was involved where I needed to be, with the team handling the rest. The proof is in the pudding - before and after are night/day. I'm thrilled with the results, and would use this firm again to invest in my home. If you live in California's east bay area, consult with this firm prior to your next - or first - renovation.

We used MSK to build a loft above our living room early this year. Scott, Kat and Natalia and the entire team were so professional from start to finish. The communication was top of the notch. The crew showed up every morning on time and the project was completed on schedule. We are enjoying the extra space and thank you MSK again for the amazing job:-) We would use them again and highly recommend MSK to anyone!

We could not be happier with our beautiful remodel. Every person we interacted with at MSK was so professional and a pleasure to work with. Linda provided us a beautiful design and her expert input was key to picking out all the finishes for the project. The construction team was courteous and tidy and the project was completed on time and on budget. I love recommending MSK and I love showing off our beautiful home!